As - Domitian (MONETA AVGVST S C; Moneta) (84) front As - Domitian (MONETA AVGVST S C; Moneta) (84) back
As - Domitian (MONETA AVGVST S C; Moneta) (84) photo
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As - Domitian MONETA AVGVST S C; Moneta

84 year
Bronze 10.6 g 27.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
84
Value
As = 1⁄16 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10.6 g
Diameter
27.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#251651
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Moneta standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA AVGVST S C

Translation:
Moneta Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
The mint of the emperor. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Mass varies: 9.51–11.98 g;
Diameter varies: 26–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Moneta, after whom the coin is named, on the reverse side. Moneta was the goddess of memory, and her image on the coin serves as a reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring the past.